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Homemade Southern Strawberry Shortcakes recipe.
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Southern Strawberry Shortcakes

This recipe for Southern Strawberry Shortcakes is a classic homemade sweet shortcake topped with sweetened strawberries and whipped cream.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Homemade Strawberry Shortcakes, Southern Shortcakes, Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Shortcakes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 9
Calories 435kcal
Author Brandie @ The Country Cook

Ingredients

For the shortcakes (biscuits):

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (I prefer White Lily brand)
  • 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2½ teaspoons teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 4½ teaspoons granulated sugar, for topping on biscuits

For the strawberries:

  • 3 cups fresh strawberries (tops removed and sliced)
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For fresh whipped cream:

  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the shortcakes (biscuits):

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 4 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, and salt. 
  • Add in the cream and stir with a rubber spatula just until combined.
  • Use a large cookie scoop or ¼ cup measuring cup to portion out the dough and drop onto the parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Use the bottom of a glass or fingers to gently press the top of the dough down to make a round biscuit shape.
  • Sprinkle the top of each biscuit with ½ teaspoon of granulated sugar.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

For the strawberries:

  • Meanwhile, prep the strawberries by slicing and adding them to a bowl with granulated sugar and vanilla and stir to combine. Put into the refrigerator for a few hours until the strawberries produce juice.

For the homemade whipped cream:

  • In a large bowl, beat together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form (this is easiest with a hand mixer or a stand mixer with the whisk attachment).

To assemble:

  • When ready to consume, slice a shortcake in half and top with whipped cream and strawberries.

Notes

  • Shortcakes can be frozen.
  • Cool Whip whipped topping can be used instead of fresh whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1172IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg